2016 Chevrolet Sonic

Compact Sedan Regular
Chevrolet Sonic 2016
32MPG Combined
4 Trims
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Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 28–32 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2016 Chevrolet Sonic Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG28–32 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG28
Highway MPG38
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypeRegular
DriveFWD
Available Trims4

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Man28/38/321.4L 4cylManual 6-spd
4 cyl27/36/301.4L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
4 cyl24/34/281.8L 4cylAutomatic (S6)
Man26/34/291.8L 4cylManual 5-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic costs approximately $1,487 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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